All articles tagged with #bedtime routine
A heartwarming clip shows a toddler refusing to nap unless her Golden Retriever, Lady, is tucked in beside her. She places a tiara on Lady, arranges plush toys, reads a bedtime story, and settles into bed with the dog, who stays patient as they drift off together, charming viewers who praised the pup’s calm, regal nap routine.
Dr. Matthew Walker outlines seven practical habits to improve sleep: set a to‑bed alarm to protect bedtime, do a nightly digital detox, minimize junk light in a darkened environment, keep a consistent wake time even on weekends, expose yourself to morning daylight, and use a warm-to-cool temperature sequence (warm hands/feet or a hot bath followed by a cool room) to trigger the body’s descent into sleep. These practices reinforce the circadian rhythm, boost melatonin signaling, and support deeper, higher‑quality rest.
Week 2 of the Touch Grass Challenge recommends turning off your phone 30 minutes before bed to improve sleep, noting that nighttime screen use stimulates the brain and can disrupt rest; if possible put the phone in another room or on do-not-disturb, and use the half-hour for analog activities like reading, journaling, or calming rituals to help you fall asleep faster.
Sponsored by Tom’s Guide, this piece explains the 7:1 sleep rule—seven hours of sleep with a consistent one-hour wind-down window, five nights a week—and cites research suggesting it could add up to four years to life expectancy. It also offers a practical gear guide to help you stick to the routine, including Moonbrew Magnesium Sleep Aid cocoa, Three Spirit non-alcoholic nightcaps, a Hatch Restore 3 sunrise alarm, calming pillow sprays, journaling, and a sleep-tracker approach (e.g., Oura Ring or a Sleep Tracker Journal), plus mattress and sheet picks. The takeaway is that steady habits matter as much as fancy gear.
Sterling K. Brown appeared on The Jennifer Hudson Show and, as he approaches 50, spoke openly about his candid, NSFW bedtime routine: sometimes he goes to bed before his night-owl wife, and other nights he shares intimate time with her to help him wind down for sleep.
Sterling K. Brown revealed on The Jennifer Hudson Show that he sometimes has 'quality time' before bed, including masturbation, prompting laughs from the host and audience as he approaches 50. He also discussed tearing his Achilles after filming Paradise Season 2 and shared details about his wife Ryan Michelle Bathé and their two sons.
Three doctors say that waking energy comes from sleep quality, not just hours in bed. By adopting a consistent, relaxing bedtime routine that signals your circadian rhythm, you can improve deep sleep and morning energy. Key steps include anchoring a regular bed and wake time (the 7:1 rule: at least seven hours with wake time within an hour), planning meals to avoid late digestion/caffeine, winding down with activities like a warm bath, reading, or guided breathing, and optimizing your sleep environment (cool, dark, quiet) with tools like a sunrise alarm clock. This approach, supported by expert commentary, aims to reduce sleep inertia and may even contribute to longevity.
A National Sleep Foundation poll of 977 caregivers finds 44% of American children don’t consistently get the recommended amount of sleep, with guidelines varying by age (newborns 14–17 hours, school-age children 9–11 hours). Experts say a regular, calming bedtime routine, appropriate naps, and parents modeling good sleep habits are key to improving kids’ mood and daytime functioning.
A viral TikTok video features a serious golden retriever enforcing the household's strict 9 p.m. bedtime, complete with blanket and plush toy, amusing viewers with its earnestness and discipline, highlighting how pets often take charge of nightly routines.
A pulmonologist shares five habits to improve sleep quality, including changing pillow covers regularly, maintaining a consistent sleep schedule, avoiding screens before bed, keeping the bedroom dark, and steering clear of caffeine and heavy meals at night, emphasizing the importance of sleep hygiene for overall health.
The article highlights seven common bedtime habits that sabotage sleep quality, such as doomscrolling, late-night snacking, alcohol consumption, unprocessed stress, lack of routine, using the bed for activities other than sleep, and skipping gentle movement. It offers practical tips to replace these habits with healthier alternatives to wake up feeling refreshed and energized.
A woman with lower back pain from belly sleeping tried a daily seated forward fold stretch before bed for a week, which resulted in pain relief and improved mobility, highlighting the benefits of targeted stretching for back health.
Recent research suggests that blue light from screens does not significantly disrupt sleep, and the real issue is staying up too late or stress. Using devices before bed can be helpful for some, as it reduces racing thoughts, but moderation and intentional use are key. The common advice to avoid screens before sleep may be based on myths, and understanding individual sleep patterns is more important.
Golden milk, a warm beverage made with turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper, is recommended by a dietitian as a soothing, anti-inflammatory drink to support gut health, improve digestion, and promote better sleep as part of a nightly routine.
Mark Wahlberg admits that regardless of what they watch on TV with his wife Rhea Durham, he always ends up falling asleep during their bedtime routine, which typically involves watching different types of shows. The couple, married for 14 years with four children, prioritize communication and support in their successful marriage, and have recently moved their family to Las Vegas for a thriving community environment.